Old Town School of Folk Music

Folk & Roots Feature: Karsh Kale and Timeline: Sunday, July 12th at 8:30pm
Karsh Kale (pronounced: Kursh Kah-lay) is the leading U.S. figure in the Asian Massive movement, infusing the traditional sounds of ancient India with post-millennial electronic dance styles such as trance and drum'n'bass.
Click here for a live perfromance of Kale's "Milan" at YouTube.

Read more about Karsh Kale and Timeline

New 4 week classes start July 20: Want take a class for a test drive? Our intensive 4 week classes are deigned to give you a taste of what it's like to take a class at the Old Town School and for just $90, it's easy on the pocketbook too! Learn the songs of Fleet Foxes & Bon Iver, learn how to play Monk on the guitar or take a Mini Go-Go class. Come on in - the water's fine!

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Happy 4th!: The Old Town School is closed on Saturday, July 4th to celebrate Independence Day. Classes have been prorated. Have a great holiday weekend, and stay safe, kids!

World Music Wednesdays: Loads of new shows have been added to our ongoing Wednesday night series. This season's highlights include Alex Cuba on August 5th and the Sones de Mexico Ensemble on September 9th.; See the summer lineup of World Music Wednesdays!

2009 Chicago Folk and Roots Festival: It's getting closer! Just two weeks and counting until the 12th Annual Chicago Folk & Roots Festival. We will see you in Welles Park on July 11th and 12th.; The full festival line up has been announced, and boy what a line up it is. The Main Stage is packed with the finest international and local artists. The Dance Tent will be your place to move. And the Kids Tent will keep young and old entertained all day.; Click for all the details!